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Swim and Hike: Kourtaliotis Gorge Adventure
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48 Ratings
Gefyra Taverna Cafe
Embark on an exhilarating river trekking adventure in Crete’s Kourtaliotis Gorge. Swim next to a stunning waterfall, hike down the river, and explore the picturesque Preveli Beach.
Embark on an exhilarating river trekking adventure in Crete’s Kourtaliotis Gorge. Swim next to a stunning waterfall, hike down the river, and explore the picturesque Preveli Beach.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kourtaliótiko Farángi - Exclusive river trekking adventure with lunch: Arrive at Kourtaliotis Gorge at the scheduled time. A safety briefing will be conducted for 5-10 minutes. The adventure begins with a swim in the Kourtaliotis waterfall, followed by a hike down the river, staying in the water. Upon completing the river hike, the first half of…
- Kourtaliótiko Farángi - Exclusive river trekking adventure with lunch: Arrive at Kourtaliotis Gorge at the scheduled time. A safety briefing will be conducted for 5-10 minutes. The adventure begins with a swim in the Kourtaliotis waterfall, followed by a hike down the river, staying in the water. Upon completing the river hike, the first half of the journey concludes. From there, outside the water, an incredible path with stunning views leads to Preveli Beach, home to a palm tree forest. At the end, there is an option to swim at the beach and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Afterwards, visitors can enjoy a delightful meal at nearby traditional tavernas.
What's Included
- Tour Guide
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Government fees
- Tour Guide
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Government fees
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
Private river trekking experience with lunch: Enjoy the chance to swim beside the stunning waterfall of Kourtaliotis Gorge and appreciate the surrounding natural beauty. The adventure continues with a hike down the river, where the refreshing running water will keep everyone cool throughout the journey. Participants will also take home cherished…
Private river trekking experience with lunch: Enjoy the chance to swim beside the stunning waterfall of Kourtaliotis Gorge and appreciate the surrounding natural beauty. The adventure continues with a hike down the river, where the refreshing running water will keep everyone cool throughout the journey. Participants will also take home cherished memories, photos, and videos of the remarkable scenery. The final destination is Preveli, one of Crete’s most renowned and must-visit beaches, featuring a unique palm tree forest.
Location
Gefyra Taverna Cafe
Eparchiaki Odos Koxaron-Moni Prevelis
Meeting point is at the parking next to the tavern . We will be with a Yourguide.gr t-shirt waiting for you
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(48 Ratings)
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Caleb_w
Nov 30, 2025
Amazing!! - So great! I would highly recommend this trip - the scenery was incredible and the guide was super knowledgable
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Pia_s
Nov 4, 2025
Just great! - The Watertrekking tour through the Kourtaliotiko Gorge was a real experience, everything was super organized and customized for us. Our guide was very friendly, attentive and made the tour special with exciting explanations. We had a lot of fun, felt safe and at the same time in the middle of the adventure. All around a great experience, highly recommended.
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Caleb372
Oct 9, 2025
The best thing to do in Crete! - The best thing we did during our entire trip - George was amazing. He helped with the entire set up, and made sure that we are all having a great time while we hiked through the waterfalls. His knowledge around the history of the area, local vegetation, restaurants, and other beaches and activities to do is unsurpassed. I can’t recommend him enough!
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Alesia_g
Oct 8, 2025
Incredible Life Experience! - This was an incredible life experience! The waterfalls were exquisite, and the river trekking experience was amazing. It was a workout for sure, but our guide was patient and ensured that we stayed safe while having a blast. Highly recommend!
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Marycatherine_m
Sep 27, 2025
Great adventure! - We had a great time!! George was our guide and he was awesome! I 10/10 recommend this activity, unless you have knee problems!
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912jck
Sep 22, 2025
An Adventure to Remember - This adventure was amazing!!! Our guide Giorgios was the best guide we have ever had. He catered everything to our liking. He kept the pace fun but easy He was very attentive to telling us where to step in the trickier spots and offered a hand or a should for support on larger steps. The waterfall was beautiful. Brace yourself for the cold water, but it is worth it. The river was not too cold and Giorgios pointed out so many interesting things along the way without being overly chatty. The snack at the taverna was perfect. Super tasty and just the right amount. The palm forest was stunning and we ended the day with a swim in thr sea.
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Daniel_s
Sep 16, 2025
You will be amazed - This hike will live in our hearts forever. You feel like you are hiking someplace completely hidden and you feel privileged and blessed that you get to see it. We didn't see another person the whole time on this magical journey and the views really do take your breath away. George has clearly taken this trek MANY times, he knows exactly where to step, what to point out and where to take you. We loved him and will take this hike every time we return. A personal thank you to George for taking us with him into the beautiful world he gets to see. Probably THE BEST honeymoon gift was this experience!
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Emma_b
Aug 7, 2025
Once in a lifetime experience while in Crete ! - This was an amazing experience that we (myself and my partner) would recommended to anyone who is travelling through Crete 👍🏼
Our guide - George - was the best guide we possibly could have asked for. The experience was extremely high-quality and personalised. The treck itself was exhilarating and challenging at times - but, the perfect amount of both.
As people who are relatively active, but had never done anything like this before - George made the experience feel like a breeze - he made us feel super comfortable and confident the entire way along.
The whole way along the walk it just felt like talking to an old friend, cracking jokes, having fun, learning about everything Crete.
This was a once in a lifetime experience and a must-do … Highly recommended!! 🙂
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Steve_t
Jul 28, 2025
A must-do with George - Amazing tour! This was a top highlight of our Greece trip for both myself and my partner. Great communication, and a very knowledgeable and fun guide, George. He was an amazing leader on the trip, pointing out things to see and look out for. The waterfall view was one of the best ever. George also knew lots of tricks and had tips to make the trip seem like we were the only ones in the canyon. I would do this again when returning to Crete.
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Leslie_d
Jul 22, 2025
Unique, beautiful experience. Must do. - This was one of the most unique experiences we have done on Crete and we have visited many times. Giorgos was PHENONEMAL. It was our family of six and he was extremely kind and accodating for exactly what we wanted to do and could do. He made the experience. The water is VERY cold, but while you are hiking the river it is easy to get adjusted to it. Highly recommend wearing sturdy shoes, the hike is definitley more serious than just walking, but very doable. Giorgos told us about local plants, knew so much about the area, and truly turned this in to the best experience, even with a VERY grumpy 15 year old girl in tow. Beautiful experience, highly recommend.
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